Important Terms in Blood Banking
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What is the purpose of RA 1517, also known as the Blood Bank Law?

  • Regulating the sale of medical equipment
  • Regulating the establishment of pharmacies
  • Regulating the collection, processing, and sale of human blood (correct)
  • Regulating the import and export of human blood

    • What does a blood bag typically contain?

  • Blood only
  • Blood or its constituent samples and anticoagulant (correct)
  • Antibiotics
  • Plasma only

    • What is the purpose of cross-matching in blood banking?

  • To determine the blood type of an individual
  • To process human blood
  • To look into the compatibility of donor and recipient blood (correct)
  • To transfer compatible blood to a patient

    • What is included in the definition of 'Person' as per RA 1517?

    <p>Corporations, partnerships, associations, and organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does RA 1517 declare as a national policy in relation to human blood?

    <p>To promote public health by preventing trafficking in human blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which test procedure in blood banking is performed to determine the specific blood type of an individual?

    <p>Blood typing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Cost' encompass according to RA 7719?

    <p>Purchase price of blood and its handling charges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition given for a 'Commercial Blood Bank' in the text?

    <p>A bank that exists for profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of RA 7719 in terms of sections?

    <p>15 Sections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'Blood Collection Unit (BCU)' authorized to do?

    <p>Recruit and screen donors, and collect blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does RA 7719 regulate?

    <p>Blood banks and blood donation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Blood or Blood product' refer to as per the text?

    <p>Human blood, processed or unprocessed, and its components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a person to establish and operate a blood bank/center?

    <p>A registration and license from the Department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what conditions can blood collection and transfusion be allowed in hospitals without a license?

    <p>In case of emergencies with the responsibility of the attending physician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the rules and regulations mentioned in the text?

    <p>To protect and promote the health of the people by ensuring quality blood service facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When were the rules and regulations governing blood service facilities approved?

    <p>May 5, 2008</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Act does Republic Act No. 7719 supersede?

    <p>Republic Act No. 1517 on Blood Bank Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hospital-based blood service facilities not needing a separate License to Operate (LTO)?

    <p>They operate under the hospital's license to operate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the validity period for the License to Operate (LTO) to run a Blood Service Facility (BSF)?

    <p>3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the License to Operate (LTO) not transferable?

    <p>To prevent unauthorized use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the Blood Service Facility (BSF) notify BHFS of any change in management or ownership?

    <p>15 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For how long is the License to Operate/Authority to Operate (BB/BCU/BS) valid as part of the hospital license?

    <p>1 year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is required if a Blood Service Facility (BSF) is transferred to a new location?

    <p>Obtain a new LTO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the violations of the National Blood Services Act mentioned in the text?

    <p>Refusal to make available books and records to an authorized person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is authorized to monitor and conduct on-site visits to the Blood Service Facility (BSF)?

    <p>Authorized personnel from the DOH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the National Blood Services Act require from the BSF during monitoring visits?

    <p>To provide all pertinent records for compliance assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which act is considered a violation of the National Blood Services Act according to the text?

    <p>Collection of blood from paid donors above set maximum fees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is prohibited in relation to blood donation fees?

    <p>Charging blood donors for transportation costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of organizations operating the Blood Service Facility during EQAS?

    <p>To participate in EQAS conducted by the designated National Reference Laboratories</p> Signup and view all the answers

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